
Marshal Matt Dillon (then-newcomer James Arness) tries to prevent lawlessness from overtaking Dodge City, Kan. Helping to keep him grounded are saloon proprietor Miss Kitty Russell and Doc Adams. The television series grew out of the long-running radio serial of the same name, although for a short time they were both on the airwaves.

Indians trap Matt as he tries to find help for the freezing passengers of a train.

A seriously wounded outlaw is brought to Dodge before he dies to find his long-neglected daughter.

A man becomes the victim of a reporter's publicity buildup after killing a notorious gunfighter in self-defense.

Pursued by Marshal Dillon, a Mexican bandit seeks sanctuary with a priest -- his twin brother.